# 8M0151040 Mercury MerCruiser Timing Belt | Genuine Quicksilver OEM Part

🔧 Product Description

  

Genuine Quicksilver Timing Belt - Part Number: 57-8M0151040

  

Genuine Quicksilver timing belt used on selected Mercury 30HP to 60HP FourStroke outboards. This reinforced timing belt is designed for Mercury 30-60HP FourStroke engines from serial 1C453840 and above, helping maintain correct camshaft and crankshaft timing.

  

⚙️ Key Features

  

• Genuine Quicksilver OEM timing belt

• Correct Mercury part number 57-8M0151040

• Listing reference: 8M0151040

• Fits selected Mercury 30HP to 60HP FourStroke outboards

• Serial range: 1C453840 and above

• Reinforced timing belt construction

• Periodic service replacement item

  

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

  

OEM Supersession Chain:

  

• 57-8M0151040 current OEM timing belt reference

• 8M0151040 short-form Mercury reference

  

OEM / Related Numbers:

  

• 57-8M0151040

• 8M0151040

• Mercury 30-60HP timing belt

• FourStroke timing belt

• Cam timing belt

• Mercury timing belt

• 57-8M0078385 related earlier belt family reference where specified separately

• 57-8M0162820 related belt family reference where specified separately

  

Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents:

  

• Aftermarket timing belt equivalents for Mercury 30HP-60HP FourStroke engines where matched to 57-8M0151040

• Gates / Mitsuboshi-style timing belt equivalents may exist by exact tooth count and belt profile

• Use genuine or exact-matched marine timing belt due to valve timing and durability requirements

  

🚤 Compatibility

  

Commonly used on:

  

• Mercury 30HP to 60HP FourStroke outboards

• FourStroke timing belt replacement during scheduled service

• Engines from serial 1C453840 and above where 57-8M0151040 is specified

  

Typically suits:

  

• Engine models:

• Mercury 30HP FourStroke - serial 1C453840 and above

• Mercury 40HP FourStroke - serial 1C453840 and above

• Mercury 40HP EFI FourStroke - serial 1C453840 and above

• Mercury 40HP SeaPro / commercial FourStroke applications where specified

• Mercury 50HP FourStroke - serial 1C453840 and above

• Mercury 50HP EFI FourStroke - serial 1C453840 and above

• Mercury 60HP FourStroke - serial 1C453840 and above

• Mercury 60HP EFI FourStroke - serial 1C453840 and above

• Mercury / Mariner 30HP to 60HP FourStroke models using the 57-8M0151040 timing belt service family

  

• HP Range: 30HP - 60HP

• Serial Range: 1C453840 and above

• Engine Type: Mercury / Mariner FourStroke outboard

• System Type: Engine timing belt / camshaft drive belt

  

🔌 Function

  

The timing belt synchronises crankshaft and camshaft rotation so valve timing remains correct throughout engine operation.

  

Common signs of failure or service need:

  

• Scheduled timing belt service due

• Belt cracking, glazing or tooth wear

• Engine mis-timing after belt wear or jump

• Belt contaminated with oil or debris

• Belt noise from timing cover area

• Replacement required during major service

  

📦 Condition

  

• Genuine Quicksilver part

• Brand new

• Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

## Details

- **Price:** 91.9 AUD
- **Vendor:** Quicksilver
- **Tags:** Quicksilver Marine Parts | Oils Service Kits & Engine Components

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 91.90 AUD | In stock |

## Images

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/8m0151040-mercury-mercruiser-timing-belt-genuine-quicksilver-oem-part)
> Updated: 2026-07-18